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Gliding to work

Article Abstract:

Many residents of Ottawa, Ontario, skate to work along a stretch of the Rideau Canal known as the Skateway. A crew of laborers maintains the Skateway, and a hot line and Web site offer information about ice conditions.

In the pink

Article Abstract:

A gardener at Cornell Plantations in Ithaca, NY, has devised a bright pink goo to safely spray on conifers endangered by Christmas tree thieves. A recipe for 'pink ugly mix,' which fades away by February, is provided.

Unusual sources: Bulbs and seeds

Article Abstract:

The catalog of various seeds and bulbs that can satisfy a gardener's interest to have a beautiful garden are listed. A catalog of seeds for a particular garden given by Alphains, Gardens North, JJAseeds is offered.